Thirty and Single.

Chapter 6.

"Uh...it's nothing." I told Colton when he asked. Paisley gave me this look like she was going to say something. I hope she doesn't say anything. "Er...Genesis likes you!" There! She spilled everything. I wanted the ground to split so that I could hide myself. Colton looked confused then he looked at me. I was so uncomfortable. I stayed quiet which was really awkward for all of us then I said "Guys, I think we should go home."

After telling them that we left the club and went to the parking lot. It was the most awkward drive home. No one said anything until we got home. "Uh, have a good night guys." I told them that and went to my house. I didn't want them to say anything, especially Colton.

When I got inside I went to my wine cellar and poured myself a glass of wine. After a few glasses I felt a bit tipsy. I went and took a cold shower then went to bed. I kept thinking about Paisley. Why did she have to do that? I was really getting along with Colton. Now I don't know what he will think of me. Does he even have feelings for me? I kept asking myself a lot of questions until sleep took me off.

The next day I went to visit my mom. She was really surprised to see me. "Wow! I am so glad you came home. I missed you baby." She told me when I got inside the house. I hugged her tightly and said "I miss you so much mom. I am happy to see you." We sat and she kept asking me a couple of questions. "Genesis, are you really eating?"

"Yes mom, I eat." I told her but she didn't seem to believe me. "You're too skinny, baby." She said sadly. I just stayed quiet. We talked for a while then I went to the kitchen and found some baked ginger cookies. I took some and ate. Suddenly my mom walked in. "Are you alright?" She asked. How did she know I wasn't alright? I took a long sigh and said "Noooo! I am not alright."

"What's wrong baby?"

"Uh, a new neighbor named Colton moved in and I kinda like him but I didn't tell him anything until last night his sister told him."

"And?"

"It's not good. It's just so awkward for me. She wasn't supposed to tell him."

"Well, I think it's a great thing. At least he now knows that you like him."

"Does he like me back?"

"Baby, I am sure he likes you."

"I don't think so. He looks like someone who is not ready for commitments and I don't think I am his type."

"Oooh, baby. Please don't say that."

"Mum, I don't know what to do. I don't think I can face him again."

"Why not?"

I shrugged and said "I don't know. Since he knows I like him. What will he think of me?"

My mom gave me this weird smile and said "Finally my baby girl likes someone."

"Please mom, stop saying that!"

She chuckled and took out some groceries. We cooked, actually she cooked lunch and it was so delicious. Finally after eating a lot of takeouts and leftovers now I get to eat real food. "I miss you darling. You should be coming home often." My mom said when we began eating.

I spent a lot of time with my mom. We talked about so many things and she told me about Brandon wanting her back. Well, Brandon is my dad. They divorced when I was in middle school and he hasn't been part of my life since then. It has always been my mom who did everything for me. "So, what are you going to do about Brandon?" I asked her.

"I really don't know, dear. You know...he is still your father." She said politely.

"Does that mean you're getting back with him? After all those years?" I asked.

"No, no, no sweetie. I...I really don't know what I want."

I exhaled and said "I don't know mom. That man abandoned us for years!"

"I know, baby. I know."

Checking on my phone it was almost 6 in the evening. I have to drive back home. I went to my mom and pulled her into a hug "Mom, I have to go now. It was so good to see you again. I am gonna miss you so much."

"I will miss you more, baby girl. Please drive safely and when you reach home, call me." I ended the hug. I was about to leave and she pulled me to the kitchen and gave me a container. "Here is some real food. When you get home, warm it for dinner." She told me as I took the container from her hands.

"Aww, thanks mom." I told her with a smile and she walked me to my car. "Bye mom!" I told her after starting my car. She smiled and said "Bye baby. Say hi to Colton." I shook my head and started driving. I know my mom will keep teasing me about the Colton thingy.

Speaking of Colton, I hope I don't find him on his porch because I don't know what to say to him. After a two hours drive I arrived at home. I parked my car and the first thing was to check on Colton's porch. Thank God he wasn't there. I quickly rushed to my house making sure no one saw me.

I called my mom to tell her I was home then warmed my food and ate it while watching Lupin on Netflix.